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University of Leicester

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Leicester, Midlands

Established in 1921, the University of Leicester is a highly regarded institution known for its excellent research, particularly in space and health sciences. With a diverse range of programs, from social sciences to engineering, Leicester provides a supportive environment for academic and personal development. The university has a strong reputation for its employability focus, world-class teaching, and a rich campus life, making it a top choice for students seeking a well-rounded education.

#201 - 250
THE World Ranking
#301 - 500
QS Graduate Employability Rankings
World's Top 200
in 10 QS Subject Rankings
7,000
international students from 150 countries

Courses

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Featured Courses

Computer Science BSc
Computer Science
Leicester, East Midlands
3 years
Sep
A-Level
ABB
Fee / year
from GBP $25,100
Electrical and Electronic Engineering BEng
Electrical Engineering + 1 major
Leicester, East Midlands
3 years
Sep
A-Level
BBB
Fee / year
from GBP $25,100
Business and Management BA
Business and Management
Leicester, East Midlands
3 years
Sep
A-Level
ABB
Fee / year
from GBP $20,200
Leicester, East Midlands
3 years
Sep
A-Level
AAB
Fee / year
from GBP $20,200
Psychology BSc
Psychology
Leicester, East Midlands
3 years
Sep
A-Level
BBB
Fee / year
from GBP $25,100
A-Level
from ABB
Fee / year
from GBP $9,790

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Campuses

University of Leicester's main campus is Leicester.

Studying in Leicester(Main)

Living cost with rent
GBP $1,100 - $1,400
Rent / month
GBP £600 - £700
Engineering Building design by James Stirling recognized modernist architecture and was completed in 1963
Engineering Building design by James Stirling recognized modernist architecture and was completed in 1963
Engineering Laboratory providing state-of-the-art facilities for hands-on learning, experimentation, and research
Engineering Laboratory providing state-of-the-art facilities for hands-on learning, experimentation, and research
Informatics Building equipped with state-of-the-art hands-on experience in informatics and computer science
Informatics Building equipped with state-of-the-art hands-on experience in informatics and computer science
Maurice Shock Medical Sciences dedicated to the Medical Sciences equipped with modern lecture theatres
Maurice Shock Medical Sciences dedicated to the Medical Sciences equipped with modern lecture theatres
George Davies Centre serves as a hub for nursing, midwifery, and allied health professions
George Davies Centre serves as a hub for nursing, midwifery, and allied health professions
Henry Wellcome cutting-edge studies in areas such as pharmacology, biochemistry, and biomedical research
Henry Wellcome cutting-edge studies in areas such as pharmacology, biochemistry, and biomedical research
George Porter houses state-of-the-art chemistry laboratories equipped for both undergraduate teaching and research
George Porter houses state-of-the-art chemistry laboratories equipped for both undergraduate teaching and research
Archaelogy and Ancient History dedicated space for the study of human history material culture and ancient records
Archaelogy and Ancient History dedicated space for the study of human history material culture and ancient records
Archaelogy and Ancient History provide in house lab with tools for dating techniques, soil analysis, and artifact
Archaelogy and Ancient History provide in house lab with tools for dating techniques, soil analysis, and artifact
Space Park Leicester Laboratory equipped with advanced imaging and spectrometry equipment and robotic systems
Space Park Leicester Laboratory equipped with advanced imaging and spectrometry equipment and robotic systems
Space Park Leicester is a world-class research and innovation hub for advancing space science and technology
Space Park Leicester is a world-class research and innovation hub for advancing space science and technology
Space Park Leicester Lounge comfortable seating and meeting areas, the lounge allows individuals and groups
Space Park Leicester Lounge comfortable seating and meeting areas, the lounge allows individuals and groups
Michael Atiyah Building is the School of Mathematics and Actuarial Science a centre mathematics teaching, research
Michael Atiyah Building is the School of Mathematics and Actuarial Science a centre mathematics teaching, research
Computer Centre/Materials Centre is the main hub for IT services, resources, and support for students
Computer Centre/Materials Centre is the main hub for IT services, resources, and support for students
ESport Lab focused on the study and development of esports, gaming, and digital sports
ESport Lab focused on the study and development of esports, gaming, and digital sports
Attenborough Art Centre dedicated to promoting the arts and making them accessible to all
Attenborough Art Centre dedicated to promoting the arts and making them accessible to all
Brookfield is a house for Business Administration, Marketing, Management, Finance, and International Business
Brookfield is a house for Business Administration, Marketing, Management, Finance, and International Business
Theatre stage for performs student plays, dance performances, comedy shows, and music concerts
Theatre stage for performs student plays, dance performances, comedy shows, and music concerts
Moot Court simulates a real courtroom environment where law students can practice like in real-world court proceedings
Moot Court simulates a real courtroom environment where law students can practice like in real-world court proceedings
Charles Wilson is a prominent multi-purpose facility that plays an important role in the daily life of students
Charles Wilson is a prominent multi-purpose facility that plays an important role in the daily life of students
Ken Edwards Building houses various lecture theatres, seminar rooms, and classrooms diverse range of teaching styles
Ken Edwards Building houses various lecture theatres, seminar rooms, and classrooms diverse range of teaching styles
De Montfort Hall has a seating capacity of approximately 1,500 popular venue for performances, and graduation
De Montfort Hall has a seating capacity of approximately 1,500 popular venue for performances, and graduation
The Rattray Building is equipped with large, modern lecture theatres that are used for classes across multiple disciplines
The Rattray Building is equipped with large, modern lecture theatres that are used for classes across multiple disciplines
George Davies Lecture Theatre equipped with advanced audio-visual technology to enhance the learning experience
George Davies Lecture Theatre equipped with advanced audio-visual technology to enhance the learning experience
Brookfield Lecture Theatre used for various purposes, including guest lectures, departmental meetings and seminars
Brookfield Lecture Theatre used for various purposes, including guest lectures, departmental meetings and seminars
The David Wilson Library is well-known for its variety of study spaces, catering to different study preferences
The David Wilson Library is well-known for its variety of study spaces, catering to different study preferences
David Wilson Library offering a comprehensive range of resources, services, and study spaces
David Wilson Library offering a comprehensive range of resources, services, and study spaces
Harry Peach Law Library offers access to a vast collection of legal texts and journals tailored for law students
Harry Peach Law Library offers access to a vast collection of legal texts and journals tailored for law students
Percy Gee features a variety of areas for social gatherings, including cafés, restaurants, and bars
Percy Gee features a variety of areas for social gatherings, including cafés, restaurants, and bars
The centre features large gallery spaces that showcase a wide variety of visual art exhibitions
The centre features large gallery spaces that showcase a wide variety of visual art exhibitions
College House offices for key administrative departments, such as finance, human resources, or university operations
College House offices for key administrative departments, such as finance, human resources, or university operations
Fielding Johnson Building built in 1837 serves as the administrative center for the University of Leicester
Fielding Johnson Building built in 1837 serves as the administrative center for the University of Leicester
Centenary Square is a central and symbolic space on the campus providing a space for gathering and relaxation
Centenary Square is a central and symbolic space on the campus providing a space for gathering and relaxation
Danielle Brown Sports Centre is a state-of-the-art facility with a wide range of sports and fitness opportunities
Danielle Brown Sports Centre is a state-of-the-art facility with a wide range of sports and fitness opportunities
Danielle Brown Gymnasium, split level gym featuring weight and resistance, cardio, and stretch areas
Danielle Brown Gymnasium, split level gym featuring weight and resistance, cardio, and stretch areas
Danielle Brown Swimming Pool providing opportunities for recreational swimming, swim lessons, and aquafit classes
Danielle Brown Swimming Pool providing opportunities for recreational swimming, swim lessons, and aquafit classes
Attenborough Cafe social spaces where visitors can relax, socialize, and discuss the exhibitions or performance
Attenborough Cafe social spaces where visitors can relax, socialize, and discuss the exhibitions or performance
George Davies Lounge features seating areas with couches, chairs, and tables conducive to casual conversations
George Davies Lounge features seating areas with couches, chairs, and tables conducive to casual conversations
Astley Clarke was established in 1921 primarily used for academic and administrative purposes honor of Dr. Astley Clarke
Astley Clarke was established in 1921 primarily used for academic and administrative purposes honor of Dr. Astley Clarke
Brookland Road accommodation is ideal for students seeking a residential community close to university facilities
Brookland Road accommodation is ideal for students seeking a residential community close to university facilities
Freemen's Student Village offers a variety of accommodation styles including en-suite rooms and shared flats
Freemen's Student Village offers a variety of accommodation styles including en-suite rooms and shared flats
  • Location : Leicester, England
  • Nearby : Newarke Houses Museum is located at The Newarke, Leicester, this museum showcases local history and exhibits related to the city’s heritage.
  • Getting here : Public transport via train (Leicester Train Station); via bus (St Margaret's Bus Station)
  • Faculties : Home to 6 faculties, including College of Science and Engineering and School of Media, Communication and Sociology
  • Leicester, gained university status in 1957. Notably, Leicester is known for inventing genetic fingerprinting and partially funding the discovery and DNA identification of the remains of King Richard III in the city

Scholarships

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Undergraduate

University of Leicester International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

Fee Waiver of GBP 5,000

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Requirements

Applicant must meet the following requirements to be eligible:

  • You must be classified as an international student for fee purposes.
  • You must be starting a full-time, campus-based undergraduate course, commencing in September 2026.
  • Achieve the equivalent to two grades above the standard A-level entry requirement for your applied course.
  • Not applicable to the following course: Medicine, LLB Maitrise, STEM International Foundation and all 'International Year 1' courses.
  • If you are progressing from our STEM International Foundation or International Year 1 courses onto an eligible undergraduate level degree, you will be considered for this scholarship for the remaining years of study once you complete your pathway programme with an overall score of 70% or above.

Awards Details

  • Fee waiver of GBP 5,000 per year

Upcoming Intakes

Here are the intake periods and application deadlines for University of Leicester.

2026 JanApply by
Postgraduate5 December
2026 SepApply by
Undergraduate14 January
Undergraduate30 June
Postgraduate24 July
*Intakes may vary by courses and will be closed once the programme is full.
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Programmes

Programmes (7)

Leicester, East Midlands
3 years
Sep
A-Level
AAB
Fee / year
from GBP $20,200
Leicester, East Midlands
3 years
Sep
A-Level
AAB
Fee / year
from GBP $20,200
Law (JD Pathway) LLB
Law (JD Pathway)
Leicester, East Midlands
2 years
Sep
Degree
Lower 2nd Class
Fee / year
from GBP $20,200
Leicester, East Midlands
4 years
Sep
A-Level
AAB
Fee / year
from GBP $20,200
Leicester, East Midlands
3 years
Sep
A-Level
ABB
Fee / year
from GBP $20,200
Leicester, East Midlands
3 years
Sep
A-Level
AAB
Fee / year
from GBP $20,200
Leicester, East Midlands
4 years
Sep
A-Level
AAA-AAB
Fee / year
from GBP $9,790